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Check out full list of Tinubu’s ministerial nominees
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has forwarded the list of ministerial nominees to the Nigerian Senate for approval.
According to reports, the immediate former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, his Rivers State counterpart Nyesom Wike and legal luminary Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) are some of the names on the Tinubu Ministerial List.
Also included are eminent medical scholar, Ali Pate, an economist Olawale Edun, banker Adebayo Adelabu, former Osun State Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, All Progressives Congress (APC) Women Leader, Mrs. Betta Edu, Senator Ben Ayade and eminent journalist Dele Alake, who is currently the Special Adviser on Media, Strategy and Special Duties.
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Below is the full list
Nasir El-Rufai: Former Governor of Kaduna State, known for his pragmatic approach to governance and commitment to infrastructure development.
Nyesom Wike: The immediate past Governor of Rivers State, renowned for his assertive leadership style and focus on promoting the interests of his state.
Lateef Fagbemi (SAN): A legal luminary, Senior Advocate of Nigeria, with an illustrious career in the legal profession.
Ali Pate: An eminent medical scholar, recognized for his contributions to public health and healthcare reform.
Olawale Edun: An economist with a strong background in economic policy and financial management.
Adebayo Adelabu: A seasoned banker, bringing his expertise in the financial sector to the table.
Adegboyega Oyetola: Former Governor of Osun State, known for his administrative acumen and development-oriented governance.
Mrs. Betta Edu: The All Progressives Congress (APC) Women Leader, expected to represent women’s interests and empowerment.
Senator Ben Ayade: A seasoned politician and former Senator, bringing legislative experience to the executive role.
Dele Alake: Eminent journalist and currently serving as the Special Adviser on Media, Strategy, and Special Duties, bringing media expertise to the government.
Meanwhile, President Tinubu sent the list to Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Thursday morning.
The submission aligns with the constitutional provision that the list must reach the National Assembly within 60 days of the President’s inauguration.
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